2000 Honda Z vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 759 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Z | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
